Empowering parents to be the best version of themselves
Is this Familiar?
You are overwhelmed with the demands of raising a family. From all the daily activities that are never ending to meeting the emotional needs of the family.
Your children seem to be in conflict with each other all the time. You learn about different strategies to cope with your situation. You try them and none of them seem to work.
There is another way
Your gut tells you if you got to the root of what was going on, the constant fighting will go away. You also know It’s not a quick fix and worth the inner work of embodying the personal qualities that will benefit you and your family.
Grounded in Nonviolent Communication, Mindful Self-Compassion, Compassionate Inquiry, and two decades of raising my own children, I help parents identify and embody the skills they need. Real growth comes from practicing in community, not theory.
Together, we create a caring space where parents gain confidence in their parenting style – one that strengthens connection with themselves, their children, and their families, creating a lasting ripple effect.
I am Marina Barnes (she/her). I experienced parenting as the hardest and most worthwhile journey I have travelled. Hardest as there is so much responsibility in raising a compassionate and responsible human being; most worthwhile as the parent-child relationship can be deeply joyful.
"Marina is an exceptional listener who also pays attention to underlying emotions conveyed through my body language and tone. She skillfully guides me to connect with my body and how it reflects my feelings. She creates a comfortable and non-judgmental space for me to express myself freely, at my own pace."
Client – California, USA
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